No. 836 in Tamil
ஓத
The Tamil word "ஓத" translates to "read" or "recite" in English.
In a sentence
நான் ஒரு புத்தகத்தை ஓதுகிறேன்.
I am reading a book.
Here, 'ஓத' means 'to read something aloud or silently'.
பட்டம் வாங்குவதற்கு முருகன் கீதத்தை ஓதினான்.
Murugan recited the hymn to be awarded.
In this context, 'ஓத' translates to 'to chant or recite a text'.
வரவேற்பு நிகழ்ச்சியில் அவன் பேச்சினை ஓதினார்.
At the welcome ceremony, he delivered his speech.
Here, 'ஓத' embodies the act of 'delivering' a speech or addressing.
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